Wesley Lea Hill

06/05/2025

🥾💞 From national parks to state capitals—and now Wesley at Tehaleh—Wayne and JoAnn Baker have spent their 60-year marriage on the adventure of a lifetime.

Their story began with an unexpected meeting (and a bit of matchmaking!) and grew into a life rich with family, exploration and unforgettable moments. From hiking Yellowstone to celebrating milestones on the cliffs of Zion, this couple proves that love and wanderlust make the perfect pair. 🌄💗

📖 Read their full love story and journey across America:
👉 https://wesleychoice.org/60-years-of-adventure/

05/16/2025

🌍 Behind Wesley’s Philanthropic Mission

At Wesley, our philanthropic mission goes beyond just giving, it’s about creating a lasting impact that empowers individuals and strengthens our community. Learn how our values of compassion, service, and generosity drive everything we do.

Read more here: https://wesleychoice.org/behind-wesleys-philanthropic-mission/

05/12/2025

To cap off National Nurses Week (and in recognition of National Nurses Month 💙), this episode highlights the heart and leadership behind exceptional senior care.

Wesley Lea Hill Executive Director Mark Hansen sits down with Director of Nursing Susie Newberry, who shares her inspiring journey—from growing up in a farm-working immigrant family to leading with compassion in the world of senior care.

Tune in to hear how Susie supports families in some of life’s most important decisions—and the lessons she’s learned along the way.

🎧 Listen now and help us honor the nurses who lead with heart every day.

https://wesleychoice.podbean.com/e/from-family-roots-to-senior-care/

05/11/2025

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day from Wesley! 🌷

Today we celebrate all the mothers, grandmothers, and mother figures who fill our hearts and homes with love, wisdom, and care. 💕

Wishing you a day filled with joy, laughter, and the warmth of family.

05/06/2025

🎉 Today is all about giving BIG! 🎉

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 is Wesley Gives BIG, a special day to come together and make a meaningful impact. 💛

By giving to the Wesley Community Foundation, you’re creating new possibilities for Wesley residents and staff, helping us continue to enrich lives and strengthen our community.

👉 Give today and be part of something special: https://wesleychoice.org/donate/

04/29/2025

The kids are grown. The house is quiet. And suddenly… you’ve got time—lots of it.

Retirement isn’t about just staying busy. It’s about building a life that excites you. ✨

Whether you want to try pickleball, learn something new from your couch, travel with purpose, or finally start that blog—you’ve earned this chapter. 🙌

👀 Check out our latest blog for tips on how to thrive in this new season of life.
📖 https://wesleychoice.org/creating-a-life-that-excites-you/

04/23/2025

Last week, our Dining Services Director shared a thoughtful reminder during Farmworker Awareness Week: behind every fresh ingredient we serve is a hardworking farmworker. 🌿
At Wesley Lea Hill, we’re proud to support local farms and honor the hands that help bring food to our table—not just this week, but all year long.

Closing out Farmworker Awareness Week with a meaningful Farm-to-Table tasting in collaboration with Four Elements Farm in Puyallup, WA. Residents had the opportunity to connect with owner Amy, learn about the journey behind her and her husband’s farm, and explore ways to support local agriculture....

04/22/2025

🌎🌱 Happy Earth Day from Wesley! 🌱🌎
Today, we celebrate the beauty of our planet and the everyday choices that help preserve it for future generations. From blooming gardens to energy-smart living, our Wesley communities are proud to support sustainability and stewardship of the Earth.
Let’s continue to care for the world we call home—together. 💚